Author: Judith Mwaura

Chaos erupted in Kingongo slums, Eldoret, when police officers on a mission to arrest a suspected chang’aa brewer were met with fierce resistance. The officers were stoned and chased away by a group of about 40 youths armed with stones and crude weapons along the Sosiani River bank. The confrontation left two police officers with soft tissue injuries on their lower legs. They were taken to Huruma Sub-County Hospital, where they received treatment and were later discharged in fair condition. Despite the attack, the police managed to seize 60 litres of chang’aa, destroy approximately 500 litres of kangara, and confiscate…

Public Service Cabinet Secretary (CS) Justin Muturi is under pressure to resign or face a censure motion after being criticized by Aldai Member of Parliament Marianne Kitany for publicly speaking against the government regarding the rising cases of abductions in Kenya. On Tuesday, January 14, Kitany threatened to initiate a censure motion against CS Muturi, faulting him for openly criticizing the very government he serves. She insisted that if he was dissatisfied with how the government was handling the issue, he should step down from his position instead of voicing his concerns in the media. “CS Justin Muturi should resign…

Executed The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has recently resumed executions after a two-decade moratorium, a decision that has sparked widespread attention and controversy both locally and internationally. The government’s decision to reinstate the death penalty has been justified as a necessary step to curb escalating crime and maintain public order. However, it has raised serious human rights concerns. In March 2024, the Congolese government officially lifted the moratorium on the death penalty. Justice Minister Rose Mutombo Kiese stated that capital punishment would now apply to crimes such as treason, war crimes, crimes against humanity, espionage, rebellion, and criminal conspiracy.…

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In recent months, Kenya has witnessed a disturbing rise in abductions, particularly targeting individuals critical of the government. These incidents have sparked widespread public outcry and led to significant confrontations between citizens and law enforcement agencies. Notably, in Nakuru County, residents have become increasingly vigilant, with reports emerging of communities nearly resorting to mob justice against suspected abductors. This tension underscores the deepening mistrust between the public and security forces, exacerbated by the government’s perceived inaction and lack of transparency regarding these disappearances. The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) has been vocal in condemning the government’s silence on the matter.…

Kenya Power and Lighting Company (KPLC) has announced scheduled power interruptions in parts of Nairobi and Nakuru counties on Sunday, January 12, 2025. The planned outages will allow for routine maintenance and are expected to last between eight and nine hours. The power utility firm issued an apology for any inconvenience the maintenance may cause and advised residents in the affected areas to make necessary preparations. “The listed areas will experience planned power interruptions tomorrow (January 12, 2025). We regret any inconvenience caused and appreciate your understanding during the maintenance period,” Kenya Power stated. Areas Scheduled for Power Interruptions on…

The Kenya National Examination Council (KNEC) has issued a warning regarding a misleading post circulating about how to check the recently released Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) results via SMS. The fake post claimed that candidates could send their exam details to the number 20076, with the expectation that standard SMS charges would apply. It further suggested that candidates should call KNEC’s toll-free helplines, which falsely added credibility to the claim. The post also made an incorrect statement that all exam result slips could only be accessed at the examination centers where candidates had sat for their exams. However,…

On Monday, January 13, 2025, Inspector General of Police, Douglas Kanja, failed to show up in court despite an earlier order from High Court Judge Chacha Mwita. The judge had instructed both Kanja and Director of Criminal Investigations (DCI) boss Mohammed Amin to appear in court to explain the disappearance of four individuals from Mlolongo in December 2024. This is not the first time Kanja and Amin have failed to attend court hearings related to this case. Justice Mwita had specifically directed the two officials to appear in court on January 13, but neither Kanja nor Amin attended in person…

Senior Government Official Resigns, Cites Frustration with Unresolved Issues In a surprising turn of events, Dr. Peter Mbae, the Head of Government Delivery Services, has resigned from his position, citing ongoing issues that remain unresolved despite his repeated efforts to address them. Dr. Mbae’s resignation letter, dated January 9, was directed to Chief of Staff and Head of Public Service Felix Koskei. Dr. Mbae, who had held the role for less than a year, explained that his dedication and hard work could not overcome the persistent challenges within his office. He expressed his frustration that issues he had raised to…

A tragic incident occurred in Likoni, Mombasa, where a Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) officer lost his life following a heated disagreement over an unpaid boda boda fare. The incident unfolded when the officer, whose name has not been made public, tried to avoid paying the fare after getting off the motorcycle at Likoni Primary Vyemani Grounds. It is reported that he pretended to make phone calls in an effort to delay payment to rider Antony Otieno. When Otieno insisted on being paid, the officer reportedly pulled out his AK-47 rifle and fired shots into the air to intimidate him. The…